Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Homemade Apple Turnovers, a comforting pastry that combines flaky layers with a gooey cinnamon apple filling. Perfect for any occasion, these turnovers are easy to make using either homemade or store-bought puff pastry. The sweet aroma of baked apples and cinnamon wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly awaiting their first bite. Whether you serve them warm with a drizzle of caramel or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream, these turnovers are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. puff pastry (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups peeled & diced apples (about 2 medium)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated or brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- If using homemade dough, prepare and refrigerate it. If using store-bought, ensure it's fully thawed.
- In a medium saucepan, combine diced apples, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar over medium heat; cook until bubbling.
- Cool the apple filling for about 20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough and cut into squares; fill each with apple mixture and seal edges.
- Brush with egg wash and create steam vents on top before baking for 23–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turnover (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg